Paramedic Salary Guide: Texas
Average Paramedic Salary
$17.79/hour
The average salary for a Paramedic in Texas is $17.79 per hour. This is 77% lower than the US average of $31.49.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Paramedic salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$17.79/hour
Texas
77% lower than the US average.
$31.49/hour
United States
What cities in Texas pay the most for Paramedics?
Houston, Texas pays Paramedics the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Prosper, Texas ($36). Houston, Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the Texas average for Paramedics is $18 per hour — Houston, Texas pays 155% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Houston, Texas | $45 | $50 |
| Prosper, Texas | $36 | $46 |
How does the pay for Paramedics in Texas compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Paramedics the most, averaging $20 per hour, followed by Arizona ($18) and Missouri ($18). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $31. For comparison, the Texas average for Paramedics is $18 per hour — Colorado pays 13% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $20 | $31 |
| Arizona | $18 | $28 |
| Missouri | $18 | $27 |
| Oklahoma | $17 | $26 |
| Kansas | $15 | $23 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Paramedic jobs in Texas?
Only Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX reports pay data for Paramedics, averaging $23 per hour. For comparison, the Texas average for Paramedics is $18 per hour — Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX pays 29% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX | $23 | $23 |
Last updated on November 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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